USN-7033-1: Intel Microcode vulnerabilities

Published Sep 25, 2024
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Updated

It was discovered that some Intel(R) Processors did not properly restrict access to the Running Average Power Limit (RAPL) interface. This may allow a local privileged attacker to obtain sensitive information. (CVE-2024-23984) It was discovered that some Intel(R) Processors did not properly implement finite state machines (FSMs) in hardware logic. This may allow a local privileged attacker to cause a denial of service (system crash). (CVE-2024-24968)

Affected Software

10 affected componentsFixes available
All of the following
ubuntu/intel-microcode<3.20240910.0ubuntu0.24.04.1
3.20240910.0ubuntu0.24.04.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=24.04
All of the following
ubuntu/intel-microcode<3.20240910.0ubuntu0.22.04.1
3.20240910.0ubuntu0.22.04.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=22.04
All of the following
ubuntu/intel-microcode<3.20240910.0ubuntu0.20.04.1
3.20240910.0ubuntu0.20.04.1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=20.04
All of the following
ubuntu/intel-microcode<3.20240910.0ubuntu0.18.04.1+esm1
3.20240910.0ubuntu0.18.04.1+esm1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=18.04
All of the following
ubuntu/intel-microcode<3.20240910.0ubuntu0.16.04.1+esm1
3.20240910.0ubuntu0.16.04.1+esm1
Ubuntu Ubuntu=16.04

Event History

Sep 25, 2024
Advisory Published
via Ubuntu·12:00 AM

Child vulnerabilities

Contains the following vulnerabilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of USN-7033-1?

The severity of USN-7033-1 is considered to be high due to the potential for local privileged attackers to access sensitive information.

2

How do I fix USN-7033-1?

To fix USN-7033-1, you should update the intel-microcode package to the specified version for your Ubuntu distribution.

3

Which versions of Ubuntu are affected by USN-7033-1?

USN-7033-1 affects Ubuntu versions 16.04, 18.04, 20.04, 22.04, and 24.04.

4

What components are involved in the USN-7033-1 vulnerability?

The USN-7033-1 vulnerability involves issues with the Running Average Power Limit (RAPL) interface on certain Intel processors.

5

Is there a specific package to upgrade for USN-7033-1?

Yes, you need to upgrade the intel-microcode package to the appropriate version based on your Ubuntu release.

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